GERM 502Elementary German II

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Continuation of GERM 101. Acquisition of basic grammar and vocabulary, development of reading, writing and speaking skills in an interactive learning environment, introduction to cross-cultural communication. Introduces students to German culture and to cultural interdependencies between German-speaking countries and the U.S. At the end of the German 101/102 sequence, students will understand the basic structures of the German language. They will be able to interact with native speakers of German in simple everyday situations. German 101/102 count toward Harpur College's foreign language requirement. Students who satisfy the Foreign Language requirement will demonstrate basic proficiency in the understanding and use of a foreign language; and knowledge of the distinctive features of cultures(s) associated with the languages they are studying. Not for native speakers. Not open to students who have passed the high school German Regents examination within the past three years. Meets four times per week; grades based on chapter tests, class participation and special assignments. Successful completion of both GERM 101-102 will fulfill the Gen Ed G requirement. Students must take both GERM 101 and 102 for a letter grade to receive the G; courses must be taken at Binghamton University to receive the G. GERM 101-102 use a free online platform customized to Binghamton University, instead of a textbook that needs to be purchased.